Asian Atlas Dung Beetle vs Stellate Dung Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Atlas Dung Beetle | Stellate Dung Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Catharsius pithecius | Gymnopleurus humanus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 20-30 mm | 10-16 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Southeast Asia | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Asian Atlas Dung Beetle
A large black tunneling dung beetle from Southeast Asia with two stout pronotal horns in males. It rapidly constructs deep tunnels beneath dung pats. Found in forests and agricultural areas near livestock.
Did You Know?
Its tunnel systems can extend over half a meter deep, aerating compacted tropical soils.
Stellate Dung Beetle
A medium-sized, glossy black roller found in African savannas. It has a nearly perfectly spherical body when viewed from the side. An extremely fast roller that can outpace many predators on flat terrain.
Did You Know?
Its near-perfect spherical body shape is an adaptation that makes it difficult for predators to grasp.